RECALLING JOE AUER

and unfortunately victim of several past but failed redevelopment attempts.

We know this area is located in the heart of the city, and in what could again become one of the most vibrant and desirable places to be.

With proper preservation, sensitive redevelopment and commitment to design excellence, the probability for success could finally be within reach.

I offer this suggestion: Have a dedicated traffic lane for a trolley running along the middle of Flagler Street.

This trolley line could span from Bayfront Park on the east, to the Miami River on the west, transporting people along the corridor without the need for cars.

A second dedicated trolley line could follow on Biscayne Boulevard, from Flagler to 36th Street in Midtown.

Let’s prove to elected officials and city commissioners that more highways, and double-decking existing ones, is not the answer.

– Rolando Rivas-Camp, Miami

Reading the obituary for Joe Auer, who scored the first touchdown in Miami Dolphins history, brought back lots of memories.

He and I were classmates and friends in the class of ‘59 at Gables High.

We all delighted in following his career, from outstanding high school prep star, to college standout, including seeing him AMINDA MARQUES GONZALEZ EXECUTIVE EDITOR